TETARD FRERES - TWO LOUIS XVI ANTIQUE FRENCH 950
Title: TETARD FRERES - TWO LOUIS XVI ANTIQUE FRENCH 950 STERLING SILVER 4-CANDLE CANDELABRA, 1910 !
Maker/Designer: Tetard Freres
Origin: Paris, France
Date/Period: 1908Direct from Paris, A Stunning Pair of Original 950 Sterling Silver Louis XVI 4-Candle Candelabra in Superb Condition by one of France's Premier Silversmiths "Tetard Frères" Luxury and Elegance Traditionally Reserved for the French Aristocracy, You Can't Go Wrong Buying Quality, circa early 1900s. Internationally Known Brand andRecognizable Quality, Each of these Amazing Candelabra has been Hand Crafted to the Highest of International Standards, An Ultra Luxurious Addition to Any Finely Set Table Original 20th Century French 950 Sterling Silver Elegance - NO MONOGRAMS.An Ultra Luxurious Addition to any Finely Set Table and a Worthy Addition to the Family Estate, The Traditional Elegance Sophistication and Quality of Original Early 20th Century French 950 Sterling Silver, The Ultimate in Luxurious Living Traditionally Reserved for the Rich and Famous. Edmond Tétard took over the business of the renowned master silversmith Émile Hugo in 1880 and registered his mark in the August of that year giving the workshop address as 4 rue Béranger, north of the Marais in central Paris. He was a talented craftsman and his work soon came to the attention of both clients and his contemporaries. The firm specialized in creating beautiful sets of flatware and other table ware such as coffee and tea sets, candelabra plus decorative trays and urns. All the pieces featured elegant proportions and were finely wrought, many embellished with decorative details and hand engraving. He exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1889 where he was awarded a gold medal for his outstanding designs and fine quality silverware, much of which was influenced by Rococo style. Têtard’s pieces were highly sought after by a discerning clientele and he became a favorite of the French aristocracy. After Tétard’s death the firm passed to his three sons Henri, Jacques and Georges. It was renamed Tétard Frères and the brothers retired their father’s maker’s mark and registered their own in February 1903. The firm went on to become one of the leading silversmiths of the early 20th century and their pieces were widely admired. This amazing set of candelabra is a stunning example of the fine workmanship and quality for which the firm was internationally acclaimed. Candelabra #1 stands approximately 28.00 cm. high, is roughly 25.00 cm. across and weights 1,145 grams. It is stamped on the base with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères' manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. It comes with its own anti-tarnish wrap for easy storage. Candelabra #2 also stands approximately 28.00 cm. high, is roughly 25.00 cm. across and weights 1,145 grams. It is stamped on the base with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères' manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. It comes with its own anti-tarnish wrap for easy storage.
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Title: TETARD FRERES - TWO LOUIS XVI ANTIQUE FRENCH 950 STERLING SILVER 4-CANDLE CANDELABRA, 1910 !
Maker/Designer: Tetard Freres
Origin: Paris, France
Date/Period: 1908Direct from Paris, A Stunning Pair of Original 950 Sterling Silver Louis XVI 4-Candle Candelabra in Superb Condition by one of France's Premier Silversmiths "Tetard Frères" Luxury and Elegance Traditionally Reserved for the French Aristocracy, You Can't Go Wrong Buying Quality, circa early 1900s. Internationally Known Brand andRecognizable Quality, Each of these Amazing Candelabra has been Hand Crafted to the Highest of International Standards, An Ultra Luxurious Addition to Any Finely Set Table Original 20th Century French 950 Sterling Silver Elegance - NO MONOGRAMS.An Ultra Luxurious Addition to any Finely Set Table and a Worthy Addition to the Family Estate, The Traditional Elegance Sophistication and Quality of Original Early 20th Century French 950 Sterling Silver, The Ultimate in Luxurious Living Traditionally Reserved for the Rich and Famous. Edmond Tétard took over the business of the renowned master silversmith Émile Hugo in 1880 and registered his mark in the August of that year giving the workshop address as 4 rue Béranger, north of the Marais in central Paris. He was a talented craftsman and his work soon came to the attention of both clients and his contemporaries. The firm specialized in creating beautiful sets of flatware and other table ware such as coffee and tea sets, candelabra plus decorative trays and urns. All the pieces featured elegant proportions and were finely wrought, many embellished with decorative details and hand engraving. He exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1889 where he was awarded a gold medal for his outstanding designs and fine quality silverware, much of which was influenced by Rococo style. Têtard’s pieces were highly sought after by a discerning clientele and he became a favorite of the French aristocracy. After Tétard’s death the firm passed to his three sons Henri, Jacques and Georges. It was renamed Tétard Frères and the brothers retired their father’s maker’s mark and registered their own in February 1903. The firm went on to become one of the leading silversmiths of the early 20th century and their pieces were widely admired. This amazing set of candelabra is a stunning example of the fine workmanship and quality for which the firm was internationally acclaimed. Candelabra #1 stands approximately 28.00 cm. high, is roughly 25.00 cm. across and weights 1,145 grams. It is stamped on the base with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères' manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. It comes with its own anti-tarnish wrap for easy storage. Candelabra #2 also stands approximately 28.00 cm. high, is roughly 25.00 cm. across and weights 1,145 grams. It is stamped on the base with the French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Tetard Frères' manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. It comes with its own anti-tarnish wrap for easy storage.
Reserve: $6,189.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Free shipping to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from France
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Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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